Homily Sept 21: We Don't Drift Into Heaven: The Necessity of Intentional Discipleship
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Homily Sept 21: We Don't Drift Into Heaven: The Necessity of Intentional Discipleship
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Two powerful stories of conversion intertwine in this reflection: John Newton's transformation from slave trader to hymn writer, and Jesus' parable of the dishonest steward. Both narratives illustrate the urgent need to recognize our life's trajectory and act decisively when we see ourselves heading toward spiritual destruction.
• John Newton experienced God's grace during a storm at sea, revealing the horror of his participation in the slave trade
• Newton's conversion led him to become an Anglican priest and write "Amazing Grace," reflecting his personal testimony
• Jesus' parable of the dishonest steward isn't about condoning dishonesty but about acting with urgency when we see our lives falling apart
• Conversion comes from Latin "convertere" meaning to turn around - exactly what we must do repeatedly in our spiritual lives
• Many Christians assume they're "doing fine" but fail to examine inconsistencies between Sunday worship and weekday living
• True discipleship requires intentional choices, not passive drifting
• Salvation demands seeing clearly where our lives are headed and turning around while there's still time
Don't delay your conversion. Act now, because we don't have all the time in the world.